Artwork
Satyr
Satyr is a chalk print by the Baroque artist Gilles Demarteau the Elder. It dates from 1749 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Satyr is a print created by Gilles Demarteau the Elder in 1749. It is executed in chalk manner on laid paper, printed in red.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a satyr, a creature from mythology. The satyr is the central figure, rendered in a lively manner that conveys a sense of energy.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by its use of red chalk manner printing, a technique that was notable for its time. The application of chiaroscuro, an artistic method using strong contrasts between light and dark, is evident in the work.
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